2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
